Soya sauce is also called as “Soy sauce” or “Tamari”. It is prepared from soya beans/soybeans. Soya sauce is a traditional ingredient in East and Southeast Asian cuisines. Soya sauce is a condiment, which is made from a fermented paste of boiled soy beans, roasted grains, brine and Aspergillus oryzae. After the completion of fermentation process, the paste is pressed, producing a liquid which is called soya sauce.

Light Soya sauce
Light soy sauce has a lighter color and a salty flavor. It is used more in cooking. It is also used for marination purpose, cooking and dipping.

Dark Soya sauce
Dark soy sauce has a thicker texture. It is used generally for its darker colour rather than its taste. If used in excess, it can taste a bit bitter. Even in some dishes, the dark soy sauce is used only for presentation.

Uses of Soya sauce / Soy sauce

Soy sauce is one of the main ingredient in Chinese Cuisines.

It is used as a dipping sauce for dumplings.

It is used in marination purposes.

It is used to flavor a dish.

In all the Chinese cuisines, the soy sauce is essential.

Soya sauce is used in soups and stews, instead of salt.

Health benefits of Soya sauce / Soy sauce

Soya sauce is a good source of niacin. This helps in promoting healthy heart, by lowering the levels of triglycerides.

Dark soya sauce acts as a preventive for the entire body.

It is very rich in lactic acid bacteria and is of excellent anti-allergic potential.

It helps in preventing cardiovascular diseases.

Nutrition Facts of Soya sauce / Soy sauce

Soy sauce, low sodium

Amount Per 100 grams

Calories 53

% Daily Value

Total fat 0.1 g

0%

Saturated fat 0 g

0%

Polyunsaturated fat 0 g

Monounsaturated fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

0%

Sodium 3,333 mg

138%

Potassium 180 mg

5%

Total Carbohydrate 9 g

3%

Dietary fiber 0.8 g

3%

Sugar 1.7 g

Protein 5 g

10%

Vitamin A

0%

Vitamin C

0%

Calcium

1%

Iron

11%

Vitamin B-6

10%

Vitamin B-12

0%

Magnesium

8%

Daily Value percentages are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.